The release included statements from Republican Senate Judiciary Committee Chair Sen. Keith Regier.
Levine and Abbott s hearings took place March 25, and Ohman s was March 26. Regier sponsored both Abbott and Ohman, while Democrat Diane Sands sponsored Levine.
The committee voted to recommend Gallatin County judge Peter Ohman. There was no mention in the release of the third interim judge up for confirmation, Lewis and Clark County judge Chris Abbott.
The Tribune reached out to Levine on Friday, but she was not available until after our print deadline. We will update this story with any comments she provides.
Regier said among the three candidates for the Cascade County judge position, Levine had the least amount of time practicing law under her belt and was chosen by former Gov. Steve Bullock over a candidate who had significant experience as a judge.
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